When I think of summertime, I think of berry picking, splash pads and pool time, and the constant laundering of beach towels. I also...
They say perspective is helpful in motherhood, but that’s difficult to achieve unless you’ve been there. Hindsight is 20/20, right? Allow me to share...
There was a time in my life when I went to things like malls and department stores. I curated actual "going out" outfits (I...
Do you want to spend months planning and weeks packing for a few days in paradise? Take a beach vacation with kids.
Did you want...
Menopause impacts 33% of our lives. That's right, 33% of your lifetime, you will likely be in some phase of menopause! My doctor recently...
As I reflected on my journey through motherhood, one thing became abundantly clear—it's a job with delayed gratitude. The sacrifices, sleepless nights, endless worry,...
I've lived with my anxiety for so long that it mostly feels normal to me. But motherhood offers endless opportunities for unhinged anxiety to...
Adulting is relentless. How did I not realize just how relentless it would be? I have been dealing with my mother’s worsening dementia for...
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends sharing a room with a baby for the first six months of the baby's life.
We did not even...
Planning a trip to Disney World is overwhelming for even the most seasoned Disney vet. If you've never been before, understanding it all can...
Comparison is the biggest thief of joy. Fortunately and unfortunately, social media is typically the highlight reel into other people's lives. If you scroll...
As a Black girl growing up in a predominantly Caucasian suburb, it was clear that I was different. None of my teachers or friends...
It was December 2015. Our family moved from Florida to Grand Rapids, Michigan in the Spring. In mid-November, I gave birth to my second...
Our backyard is a magical place. Full of wonder, the tall grass and the giant playset lend themselves to plenty of adventure to be...